HealthCareersInSask.ca·Ile-à-la-Crosse, Saskatchewan
The Dental Assistant delivers clinical and preventative dental services to patients. They are also responsible for providing education and promoting oral health care within the facility.
Position #: 184816
Expected Start Date: September 28, 2026
Union: SGEU
St. Joseph's Health Centre
City/Town: Ile-a-la-Crosse
Department: Dental Program
Type: Full-time regular
FTE: 1
Shift Information: Days
Number of Hours per Rotation: 112 hours per 3 weeks
Relief: No
Float: No
Hours of Work: Dental Assistants and Dental Aides (SGEU)
Pay Band 14 $30.730 to $32.880 (3 step range)
Travel Required: Yes
Delivers clinical and preventative services, education and oral health care promotion.
Human Resources Exemption: No
The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is the largest employer in Saskatchewan, employing more than 45,000 staff in a dynamic healthcare environment. The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is committed to providing coordinated quality services that are seamless, safe and patient-centred.
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Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Those being interviewed are required to bring a valid Criminal Record Check (CRC) to the interview; it must be dated within six (6) months and include a vulnerable sector search.
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Only applications that include all required documentation will be considered.
Candidates must hold a Dental Assistant certificate and be registered with the College of Dental Assistants Saskatchewan. Additionally, a valid Class 5 driver's license and certification from the National Dental Assisting Examining Board are required.
Market context
Dental positions in Saskatchewan typically draw steady demand in both urban and community practices, especially for candidates who are already licensed and ready to start treating patients. These roles are competitive because employers often look for a DDS/DMD or NDEB equivalency, current provincial registration, and valid CPR, while development pathways such as associate, ortho, implant, and partnership programs can set one opportunity apart. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your licensing status and prepare to discuss the practice areas you want to grow into.